Life-Saving Organ & Tissue Transport Specialist

Nora; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NORA is seeking a Transportation Specialist to support life-saving transplants in a fast-paced medical logistics environment in Roanoke, Virginia. You will coordinate with clinical teams, maintain composure under urgency, and ensure precise, protocol-driven transport of organs, tissues, and critical supplies.

This on-call role demands clear communication with dispatch, proactive risk identification, and disciplined execution to protect patient outcomes and chain of custody.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of emergency vehicle operation experience (red lights and sirens preferred).
• Background in law enforcement, fire service, or career EMS preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving history.
• Successful background and drug screening; criminal charges may be considered if substantially related to the position.

Responsibilities

• Transport surgical teams, organs, tissues, and critical medical supplies.
• Operate under emergency and non-emergency conditions with measured judgment.
• Communicate clearly and proactively with dispatch and clinical partners.
• Identify potential delays, safety concerns, or process gaps and escalate as needed.

Skills

Emergency vehicle ops

Law enforcement background

Fire/EMS experience

Driver’s license & clean history

Job description

NORA is seeking a Transportation Specialist to support life-saving transplants in a fast-paced medical logistics environment in Roanoke, Virginia. You will coordinate with clinical teams, maintain composure under urgency, and ensure precise, protocol-driven transport of organs, tissues, and critical supplies.

This on-call role demands clear communication with dispatch, proactive risk identification, and disciplined execution to protect patient outcomes and chain of custody.